The LINGUIST List strongly encourages employers to engage in non-discriminatory hiring practices. We urge employers not to discriminate on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. However, we have no means of enforcing these standards.

Job seekers should pay special attention to language in ads regarding employment requirements and are encouraged to consult our international employment page at http://linguistlist.org/jobs/jobnet.html. This page has been set up so that people can report on the employment standards of various countries.

The Department of Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics invites applications for one extended-term appointment in Modern Semitic Languages. Applicants must have a PhD or ABD status in Arabic Studies, Arabic Linguistics, or a closely related field, with the proven ability to teach and/or supervise courses in modern Semitic languages. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in successful language coordination, and competency in Modern Arabic and at least one other Semitic language. The successful candidate will support the revision of the curriculum; help address the shortage of highly specialized FT and PT faculty in the area of current language teaching methodology; present and discuss relevant literature and contemporary cultural issues; and supervise PT faculty and support them in their pedagogical planning and execution.

Applications should consist of a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy/interests, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Candidates should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to the application address or email address below (electronic applications preferred).

This position is subject to budgetary approval and need, and is full-time, normally at the rank of Lecturer beginning July 1, 2012. Under the provisions of the current CUFA Collective Agreement, individuals are initially appointed for a three-year period with the possibility of re-appointment in accordance with article 12.04 d.

All inquiries about the position should be directed to Dr. Nelson, email address below. Review of applications will begin as they are received and will continue until the required position has been filled. All applications should reach departments no later than May 1, 2012. For additional information, please visit our Website at: http//artsandscience.concordia.ca

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Concordia University is committed to employment equity.

For all information on donating and pledging, including information on how to
donate by check, money order, or wire transfer, please visit:
http://linguistlist.org/donation/

The LINGUIST List is under the umbrella of Eastern Michigan University and as
such can receive donations through the EMU Foundation, which is a registered
501(c) Non Profit organization. Our Federal Tax number is 38-6005986. These
donations can be offset against your federal and sometimes your state tax return
(U.S. tax payers only). For more information visit the IRS Web-Site, or contact
your financial advisor.

Many companies also offer a gift matching program, such that they will match
any gift you make to a non-profit organization. Normally this entails your
contacting your human resources department and sending us a form that the
EMU Foundation fills in and returns to your employer. This is generally a simple
administrative procedure that doubles the value of your gift to LINGUIST, without
costing you an extra penny. Please take a moment to check if your company
operates such a program.